Topic: The Father’s Plan [Andrew Wommack Devotional 16 December 2018]

Luke 24:21 “But we trusted that it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third day since these things were done.”

When the right time came, God sent forth His Son from Heaven in His pre-existent state, into the world. He was born of a woman (virgin birth) and was made subject to the requirements of the law. Jesus was sent at a specific time. The entrance of Jesus into the physical realm was not a random thing occurring at a haphazard time. There were developments that had to take place before Christ could come to earth and redeem man. The Father sent His Son to the earth at the earliest possible time. Anytime prior to the time Jesus was born of the virgin Mary, would have been premature.

His purpose for coming into the world was twofold. First, He came to “redeem them that were under the law.” He did this by perfectly keeping the law, fulfilling it, and paying its curse (Mt. 5:17; Gal. 3:13). Thus, Christ delivered us from the entire system of the law. The Greek word for redeem means “to buy OUT OF the slave market.”

Secondly, Christ gave us the status of sonship with all its privileges. Not only were we redeemed from the bondage of the law, but we were redeemed unto sonship. Many people stop short, only realizing what they were delivered from, not what they inherit. Sure, we need to rejoice that we are redeemed, but we also need to move on, and realize the full benefits of our inheritance.

God created us for Himself but we sold ourselves into slavery to the devil. God bought us back through the precious blood of Jesus Christ. No amount of effort, human works, or man’s own righteousness could bring the divine favor that we needed. It was the actual life of God (Lev. 17:11) that purchased our redemption.

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Topic: Why the Righteous Suffer [Billy Graham Devotional 16 December 2018]

God will tenderly comfort you when you undergo these same sufferings . . . — 2 Corinthians 1:7 (TLB)

This question, “Why must the righteous suffer?” is as old as time. There is only one place that we can find an answer, and that is in the Bible. You do not need to study the Scriptures long to learn why sinners meet reverses and anguish. They are apart from God. Their sorrow is the result of their sins. But-why do Christians suffer?

Scripture teaches that many Christians suffer so that they may fellowship with others who are in affliction. Only those who have known sorrow and suffering can have fellowship with those in affliction. The Word of God also teaches that Christians suffer in order that they might glorify God in their lives. The Bible further teaches that Christians suffer in order that God might teach them lessons in prayer. Also, Christians suffer in order that God might bring them to repentance.

Prayer for the day: How tender is Your comfort, Lord. How loving Your chastening.

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Written by Billy Graham, Founder of Billy Graham Evangelistic Association(BGEA). BGEA exists to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by every effective means and to equip the church and others to do the same.

Topic: Mirrors and Hearers [Our Daily Bread 16 December 2018 Devotional]

Read: James 1:16–27, Bible in a Year: Amos 4–6; Revelation 7

Whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it . . . will be blessed in what they do. James 1:25

When I emerged from my hotel in Kampala, Uganda, my hostess, who had come to pick me up for our seminar, looked at me with an amused grin. “What’s so funny?” I inquired. She laughed and asked, “Did you comb your hair?” It was my turn to laugh, for I had indeed forgotten to comb my hair. I’d looked at my reflection in the hotel mirror. How come I took no notice of what I saw?

In a practical analogy, James gives us a useful dimension to make our study of Scripture more beneficial. We look in the mirror to examine ourselves to see if anything needs correction—hair combed, face washed, shirt properly buttoned. Like a mirror, the Bible helps us to examine our character, attitude, thoughts, and behavior (James 1:23–24). This enables us to align our lives according to the principles of what God has revealed. We will “keep a tight rein” on our tongues (v. 26) and “look after orphans and widows” (v. 27). We will pay heed to God’s Holy Spirit within us and keep ourselves “from being polluted by the world” (v. 27).

When we look attentively into “the perfect law that gives freedom” and apply it to our lives, we will be blessed in what we do (v. 25). As we look into the mirror of Scripture, we can “humbly accept the word planted in [us]” (v. 21).

Prayer: Heavenly Father, “open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law” (Psalm 119:18). Help me to order my life according to what You show me in Scripture.

As a mirror reflects our image, the Bible reveals our inner being.

INSIGHT
What’s interesting about James’s definitions of good and bad religion is that they’re not simply opposites. James says bad religion is summarized by not controlling one’s speech (v. 26). Following that, we would expect James to say that good religion has something to do with taming our tongue. Instead, good religion is defined by looking after the helpless and needy and not being influenced by the ways of the world.
J.R. Hudberg

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MFM Mountain Top Life Daily Devotional 16 December 2018 By Dr. D.K Olukoya – Your Choice and Destiny

TOPIC: Your Choice and Destiny (Mountain Of Fire and Miracle Ministries, MFM Daily Devotional 16 December 2018)

FIRE SCRIPTURE: John 15:16-17

MEMORY VERSE: “And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul:” – Acts 19:11

The MESSAGE:

The choices we make in life affect our destiny either positively or negatively. When an individual makes a wrong choice in life, it affects the destiny of the person negatively either in the present or the future. As believers, we must be able to make right choices in accordance with the will of God for our lives because His will for our lives is to be able to make the right choices.

Your destiny is God’s programme and timetable for your life. Your destiny is what you are created to live for. You are not the owner of your life; therefore, there is no way you can programme your destiny by yourself. Everything falls in place according to God’s perfect purpose for your life. In the same vein, God has given you choices to decide if you want to follow His designed plan for your life or not. It is indeed pertinent for you to ask God for His will for your destiny so you can make the right choices that will affect your destiny positively. As an example, we have Apostle Paul who asked Jesus: “What would you have me do?” and a voice told him what to do and the choice he made on that day seriously affected his destiny positively. Through this choice, Paul was able to write almost half of the New Testament.

In the beginning of time, man fell because God gave them a choice and they decided to distort their destiny by themselves. Today, God has given us the power of choice either for good or bad, positive or negative. When you follow God’s commandment and abide by it, you will be able to fulfill your destiny faster. Obedience is another virtue one must possess to fulfil destiny. When you invite a stranger into your life without God’s backup, your destiny can be manipulated.

People make different types of choices: worldly choices, divine or dangerous choice, etc. As a believer, you have been ordained and you must manifest and shine. You are not created to be a passer-by because God has deposited something glorious into your life. When you begin to manifest and things start changing, people will see God’s glory in your life. Anything you are currently experiencing is a pause or a bus stop and not a full stop. According to God’s purpose, you will fulfil destiny and God’s name will be proclaimed in your life, in Jesus’ name.

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE:
YOUR DESTINY IS WHAT YOU ARE CREATED TO LIVE FOR.

PROPHETIC WORD:
You shall fulfill your destiny and God’s name will be glorified in your life.

PRAYER POINTS:

MORNING

1. Power to make right choices in life, my life is available, fall upon me, in the name of Jesus.
2. Spirit of error, my life is not your candidate, die by fire in the mighty name of Jesus.
3. I receive the grace to be obedient to the word of God, in the mighty name of Jesus.

EVENING

1. Glorious impartation of God in my life, manifest by fire, in the name of Jesus.
2. Every power assigned to derail me, die by fire, in the name of Jesus.
3. O God arise, order my steps by Your power, in the name of Jesus.
4. I will fulfil my destiny, whether the devil likes it or not, in the name of Jesus.

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MOUNTAIN TOP LIFE is a daily devotional by Dr. D.K Olukoya (General Overseer, Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries, Worldwide)

Flatimes Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.

Topic: The Hand of the Lord and the Voice of the Lord [Seeds of Destiny 16 December 2018 Devotional]

Scripture: But now bring me a minstrel. And it came to pass, when the minstrel played, that the hand of the Lord came upon him. 2 Kings 3:15

Thought For The Day: When the Hand of the Lord is released, the Voice of the Lord is express.

It is clear throughout Scriptures that there is an inextricable connection between the Hand of the Lord and the Voice of the Lord. The Hand of the Lord has influence on the Voice of the Lord and vice versa.

Now, what is the connection between the Hand of the Lord and the Voice of the Lord?

1. The Hand of the Lord releases the Voice of the Lord
   Everywhere the Hand of the Lord arises, the Voice of the Lord is heard (Isaiah 8:11). Every time we ask God to lay His Hands on us, we are asking God to speak to us. When the Hand of the Lord is released, the Voice of the Lord is express.
2. The Hand of the Lord releases the vision and revelation of the Lord
   The Hand of the Lord is key to the impartation of supernatural eyesight (Ezekiel 37:1). Vision and revelation is necessary because where there is no vision, the people perish (Proverbs 29:18).

Now, why is the Voice of God critical to life and destiny?

1. The Voice of the Lord is the cure for crisis (Psalm 85:8). The Voice of the Lord arrests battles and imparts tranquillity.
2. The Voice of the Lord is key to supernatural supplies. It is the key to the end of scarcity, shortage and empty-handedness.

Beloved, I prophesy to you today that the Hand of the Lord is coming upon you; and you shall hear His Voice expressly in Jesus’ Name.

Remember This: When the Hand of the Lord is released, the Voice of the Lord is express.

Assignments:

1. Ask God to release His Hands upon Your life
2. Study the Word of God diligently in order to hear His Voice.

Prayer: O Lord, lay Your Hands on me. Let Your Hand bring about the end of every shame and reproach from my life, Lord in Jesus’ Name.

FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: THE HAND OF THE LORD AND THE VOICE OF THE LORD

Quote: Your spirituality is not for the purpose of luxury; your spirituality determines your immunity and affects your security. Culled from 15 KINGDOM STRATEGIES FOR SURVIVAL by Dr Paul Enenche

Daily Reading: 1 Chronicles 22:1 to 23:32, Romans 3:9 to 31, Psalm 12:1 to 8, Proverbs 19:13 to 14.

Amazing Fact: The Anambra waxbill, a small bird of many beautiful colours, is found only in Southern Nigeria and nowhere else on earth.

Today In History: 16/12/1969 – The British House of Commons voted 343 – 185 to abolish the death penalty in England.

Prophetic Parental Declaration:This month of December shall favour you! In this month, doors shall open for you with lots of favour in Jesus’ Name.

Also Read: Click HERE to read Other Inspirational Messages by Pastor Paul Enenche

Today’s devotional was written by Pastor Paul Enenche of the Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), headquartered at Abuja, Nigeria, with Pastor Paul and Becky Enenche, as the Senior Pastors. It is a power-packed arena where God’s Presence, Principles and Power are at work for the salvation, healing and restoration of human destinies and dignities

Flatimes Notice Board: Until you are born again, God ever abiding presence will never be with you. You must be born again to enjoy continuous victory. Please say the displayed prayer below in faith:

Lord Jesus, come into my life. I accept You as my Lord and Personal Saviour. I believe in my heart You died and rose from the dead to save me. Thank You Lord for saving me, in Jesus name Amen.

If you just prayed the prayer of salvation online please send your testimonies and prayer request to [email protected], 07026385437 OR 08141320204.